Storytellers of Wonder

Author: Jaypore

  • Mashru Project by Raw Mango: Celebrating A Lost Legacy

    The word ‘mashru’ comes from the Arabic word ‘shari’a’ that means ‘permitted by Islamic law’, an allusion to the prohibition of wearing pure silk fabrics by Muslim men, citing laws in the Quran that restrains luxury in their lifestyle. Mashru is a mixed fabric composed of a smooth silk surface and soft cotton backing, thus making…

  • Bandha Re-Interpreted: The Famed Ikat of Odisha

    Indian Ikat particularly from Odisha is admired for extraordinary illustration in resist technique. Nuapatna village in the cuttack district of Eastern Odisha is famous for the religious weft ikat textile – Geeta Govinda. It was inscribed with 12th Century poems of Jayadev written in the praise of Lord Krishna. In this village weavers belonging to…

  • Quick Tips on Preserving Traditional Sarees

    Her collection of sarees is probably the most prized possession in an Indian woman’s closet. From traveling extensively across the country to pick a traditional Kanjivaram from Tamil Nadu, a vibrant Patola from a small town in Gujarat, to inheriting her grandma’s exquisite 40-year-old Dhakai, without a delectable range of handpicked sarees, an Indian bride’s trousseau is sorely…

  • Sartorially Set: Pre-Winter Look

    There’s a chill in the air as we inch closer to a change in the weather, yet it’s not quite time for cozy cover-ups.  The weather may seem confusing, but luckily we have your style statement sorted for this transitional time. Race into the new season with the trendiest look. Jaypore Tip: Warm up the…

  • Resplendent Legacy: The Beloved Patola of Gujarat

    “Padi patole bhat faatey pan phite nahin”, “The design laid down in the patola may wear out, but it shall never fade.” True to this ode to its beauty, a Patola is a coveted silken textile that is believed to have been woven since the 4th century AD. According to historians the weaving was certainly…

  • Celebrating the Six Yard Wonder: The Sari School Workshop with Rta Kapur Chishti

    As Delhi took to the streets on the last weekend before Diwali, we made our way to what promised to be an exciting afternoon. While the festival of lights was slowly shining through all activities last week, we were also busy preparing to host a Pre-Diwali treat for some of our special guests… Jaypore was…

  • De-Clutter Your Home, Free Your Mind

    Haven’t we all heard the adage, “Clear your room to clear your head”? The belief is that cluttered surroundings begin to affect your mind, impacting your ability to think clearly. There is certainly some truth in that and there is much to be benefited from by applying it in our lives. And it becomes even…

  • Sartorially Set: What to wear this Diwali?

    Morning puja or all-night Diwali party, don’t let the festive schedules overpower your fashion choices. Remember, this is the only time in the year when you can freely staple six yard of classic drapes, glitter in traditional fineries, adorn heavy embellishments and still look fashionable. In the contemporary busy routines, let the mood of celebration…

  • Re-inventing the Kitchen

    With 40 hour work weeks and a constant demand for performing and producing on the work front, after-work hours are all we’re left with to unwind and relax. Since this time is mostly spent at home, modern homes, especially kitchens, are all about maximizing convenience and eliminating all that cannot afford us that. This is…

  • 5 Diwali Decor Tips For Dressing Up Your Home

    With the festival of lights only a week away, its time to start decorating the home for all the ensuing fun and frolic. To ensure you’re not caught up in decor doom trying to set things up, we’re sharing some simple and easy tips for you to experiment with. 1. Ditch the drab everyday curtains…